Dan Plesac

Daniel Thomas Plesac

• Bats Left, Throws Left
• Height 6' 5", Weight 215 lb.
• School North Carolina State University
• High School Crown Point High School
• Debut April 11, 1986
• Final Game September 28, 2003
• Born February 4, 1962 in Gary, IN USA

BR page

Biographical Information

Dan Plesac was signed as a 1st round pick in the 1983 amateur draft by the Milwaukee Brewers and scouting director Ray Poitevint.

A reliable left-handed relief pitcher, Plesac was an American League All-Star in 1987, 1988 and 1989 while a member of the Milwaukee Brewers. He finished his career in 2003 with 158 saves and 1064 games pitched. As of 2019, he was # 7 on the all-time list for games pitched. He was also #1 for most games pitched without a World Series appearance.

He is currently an in-studio analyst on MLB Network.

Plesac's brother, Joe Plesac, was a minor league pitcher 1982-1987. His nephews include Zach Plesac and brothers Blaze Alexander and C.J. Alexander.

Notable Achievements

• 3-time AL All-Star (1987-1989)
• 30 Saves Seasons: 2 (1988 & 1989)

Related Sites

• Dan Plesac at the SABR Bio Project